Environmental Geography with Studies in the USA BSc (Hons)
University of Salford
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews of 15 graduates of Environmental Geography with Studies in the USA BSc (Hons) and other courses in Physical Geographical Sciences at University of Salford for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Physical Geographical Sciences.
Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.
All Physical Geographical Sciences courses of University of Salford
Salary
Salary of Graduates in Geography, Earth and Environmental Studies
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Physical Geographical Sciences at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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| Median salary | £23000 | £19500 | £24500 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £19000 - £25500 | £14500 - £23000 | £18000 - £28000 |
All Geography, Earth and Environmental Studies courses of University of Salford
Salary of all UK Graduates of Geography, Earth and Environmental Studies
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £25096 | £24278 | £29681 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £21824 - £28637 | £19558 - £30062 | £23196 - £37708 |
All Geography, Earth and Environmental Studies courses in the UK
Course Description
Now is the time for environmental action. Gain the skills, knowledge and international insight to see how you can make a difference by studying our exclusive BSc (Hons) Environmental Geography with Studies in the USA degree.
This hybrid curriculum will help you to build core geographical investigation skills, while acquiring knowledge of to respond to and mitigate climatic and environmental changes.
Unique learning experience
The modern geographer needs a different type of skill set for emerging environment-based roles - so we've built a course to help you prepare. On this exclusive degree course, we've combined the holistic investigative approach of a geographer with the applied skills of an environmental manager.
Fieldwork is a key element of this course, and trips are aligned with modules so you develop applied skills and gain practical experience. Recent trips have included residential courses across the UK, in places on our doorstep such as the Lake District and the Yorkshire Dales, as well as further afield at international locations, such as Scandinavia and Barcelona. Small group teaching is another key course benefit, and there are strong links between course content and research projects led by our Ecosystems and Environment Research Centre.
Take your studies stateside
At the heart of this course is the year you will spend with Toledo University in Ohio, USA - our exchange partner for over 30 years. Here, you will study a range of modules similar to those offered in year two at Salford, with support from tutors at Toledo and Salford throughout. Alongside making new friends and a lifetime of memories, you'll be inspired by Toledo’s Geography and Planning department, as you explore the physical and human landscapes of Ohio and surrounding areas.
Features
- Build a hybrid skill set grounded in geography and environmental management
- Spend a year at our partner University of Toledo in the USA
- Take part in a range of UK and international field trips
- Experience small group teaching
Jobs & Career Perspectives
15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.
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Current jobs
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Required skill level of job after 15 months
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Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Environmental Geography with Studies in the USA BSc (Hons) at University of Salford
| 20% | Teaching Professionals |
| 10% | Business and public service associate professionals |
| 10% | Natural and social science professionals |
| 10% | Finance Professionals |
| 10% | Managers, directors and senior officials |
| 10% | Legal professionals |
| 10% | Artistic, literary and media occupations |
| 10% | Administrative occupations |
| 10% | Information Technology Professionals |
| 5% | Elementary occupations |
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for Physical Geographical Sciences
All Physical Geographical Sciences courses of University of Salford
Requirements for international students / English requirements
IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)
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- 6.5
- All other courses
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- 4.5
- Foundation / Pathway Courses
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- 6.5
- Graduate Degrees
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- 6.0
- Undergraduate Degrees
Costs
Average student cost of living in the UK
| Rent | £518 |
| Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
| Supermarket shopping | £81 |
| Clothing | £35 |
| Eating out | £33 |
| Alcohol | £27 |
| Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
| Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
| Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
| Transport within city | £17 |
| Self-care / sports | £20 |
| Stationary / books | £13 |
| Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
| Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
| Insurance | £51 |
| Other | £95 |
| Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
How to apply
Application deadline:
January 1, 2025
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Possible Entry Points:
- year 1 (Default entry point)
University Rankings
Positions of University of Salford in top UK and global rankings.
Rankings of University of Salford in related subject specific rankings.
Social Studies & Humanities
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- #70
- #601
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- Social Sciences
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THE World University Rankings by Subject
[Published 19 October, 2023]
See all 21 university rankings of University of Salford
About University of Salford
The University of Salford is a publicly funded university in a town of the same name, in Greater Manchester, England. The university’s primary campus, Peel Park, is just half an hour’s walk from Manchester city centre. Additionally, this campus is also home to the Salford Museum and Art Gallery.
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Student composition of University of Salford
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Total number of students enrolled at University of Salford by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
- undergraduates:
- 17080
- postgraduates:
- 4155
- Total:
- 21235
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Number of students enrolled in courses of subject “Environmental Geography”: Academic year - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
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| Program | University | Student satisfaction | Unemployed | Dropout | Tuition (UK) | Tuition (International) |  UCAS Tariff |
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Environmental Geography with a Year of Study Abroad BSc (Hons) | Cardiff University | 87% | 10% | 2% | £9000 | £25450 £28200 | 139 | Cardiff | On campus Full-time |
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Environmental Geography (with Foundation Year) BSc (Hons) | Liverpool Hope University | 95% | 15% | 10% | £9250 | £12500 | 113 | Liverpool | On campus Full-time |
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Environmental Geography BSc (Hons) | Cardiff University | - | - | - | £9000 | £25450 £28200 | - | Cardiff | On campus Full-time |
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Environmental Geography BSc (Hons) | Liverpool Hope University | 95% | 15% | 10% | £9250 | £12500 | 113 | Liverpool | On campus Full-time |
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Environmental Geography with Professional Experience BSc (Hons) | University of Salford | 71% | 0% | 0% | - | - | 104 | Salford | On campus Full-time |
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Environmental Geography with Studies in the USA BSc (Hons) | University of Salford | 71% | 0% | 0% | - | - | 104 | Salford | On campus Full-time |
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Daearyddiaeth BSc (Hons) | Aberystwyth University | - | - | - | £9000 | £18830 | - | Aberystwyth | On campus Full-time |
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Environmental Geography with a Year of Study Abroad BSc (Hons) | Cardiff University | - | - | - | £9000 | £25450 £28200 | - | Cardiff | On campus Full-time |
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Human Geography and Environment with a placement year BA (Hons) | The University of York | - | - | - | £9250 | £28800 | - | York | On campus Full-time |
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Film & Visual Culture and Geography BA (Hons) | Liverpool Hope University | - | - | - | £9250 | £12500 | - | Liverpool | On campus Full-time |
Ranking publishers
THE Times Higher Education, UK
- Published:
- 19 October, 2023
- Criteria used in ranking -THE World University Rankings by Subject:
- 37.4% Teaching (the Learning Environment)
37.6% Research (Volume, Income and Reputation)
15% Citations (Research Influence)
7.5% International Outlook (Staff, Students and Research)
2.5% Industry Income (Knowledge Transfer)
